Finance 2024 Budget
Mission Statement and Description
To provide accurate and useful financial information and plan for a sustained future, and to provide for fair and equitable purchasing while maximizing public funds.
The Finance Department manages accounts payable, payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting for the County. Specifically, the Department is responsible for:
- Making accurate and timely vendor payments
- Establishing attainable short- and long-term financial plans
- Developing reasonable financial forecasts
- Managing County assets
- Developing and publishing the County’s annual audited financial report
- Maintaining accurate employee payroll
The Finance Department also includes Mesa County's purchasing function, which provides guidance to County departments so that they can comply with the County’s purchasing policy and assists in the development and execution of requests for proposals.
2024 Goals, Objectives, and Performance Indicators
- Build the best team by maintaining cross-training opportunities with other departments.
- Build a culture of excellence by providing prompt responses to customers.
- Build fiscal stability by balancing short- and long-term needs through healthy fund balances and administrative flexibility to manage County operations.
| Indicator | 2022 Actual | 2023 Projected | 2024 Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active funds managed | 35 | 35 | 36 |
| AP invoices processed | 30,663 | 30,172 | 35,000 |
| Full Time Employees paid | 1,180 | 1,221 | 1,350 |
| GFOA Budget Award | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| GFOA Finance Award | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Purchase Orders created | 102 | 132 | 200 |
| Formal Solicitations Posted | 22 | 28 | 34 |
Budget and Staffing
Total Budget
| Fiscal Year | Expenses | Revenues |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Actual | $636,823 | $4,127 |
| 2019 Actual | $607,779 | $3,610 |
| 2020 Actual | $730,120 | $5,215 |
| 2021 Actual | $835,154 | $6,957 |
| 2022 Actual | $1,032,461 | $4,995 |
| 2023 Actual | $1,035,712 | $3,797 |
| 2024 Adjusted Budget | $1,281,320 | $4,000 |
| 2024 Adopted Budget | $1,281,693 | $4,000 |
| 2025 Proposed Budget | $1,498,844 | $4,000 |
Total Budget by Division
| Fiscal Year | Finance | Purchasing |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Actual | $577,878 | $58,945 |
| 2019 Actual | $540,204 | $67,574 |
| 2020 Actual | $649,260 | $80,860 |
| 2021 Actual | $756,020 | $79,134 |
| 2022 Actual | $940,803 | $91,658 |
| 2023 Actual | $945,051 | $90,661 |
| 2024 Adjusted Budget | $1,164,226 | $117,094 |
| 2024 Adopted Budget | $1,164,560 | $117,133 |
| 2025 Proposed Budget | $1,402,440 | $96,404 |
Authorized Staffing Level
- 2022 Final: 7
- 2023 Amended - 2024 Adopted: 9